1.06 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

There are gemstones that wear history like a cloak, and this bluish green sapphire carries that quiet dignity with every glance. Formed over geological timescales within the mineral rich soils of Madagascar, this gem recalls the ancient trade routes and the careful hands that have valued sapphires for centuries. At 1.06 carat this sapphire strikes a balance between presence and refinement, offering a true sense of weight that signals premium quality without overwhelming a delicate setting. Its tone carries the soft memory of sea glass and old world lapidary, inviting contemplation and admiration. For those who cherish tradition, a sapphire of this size and provenance evokes heirlooms passed from one generation to another, a jewel destined to accumulate stories and significance as reliably as time polishes a life.

Measured precisely at 8.26 by 6.16 by 3.48 mm, the gem adopts a tasteful fancy shape that enhances its unique personality. The step cut emphasizes geometry and depth, creating layered planes that reveal the stone slowly, as if reading a well worn manuscript. Transparency is excellent, and the clarity is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which confirms that the stone appears clean to the naked eye while still retaining natural character that collectors and connoisseurs prize. The medium intense bluish green color is remarkably balanced, offering enough saturation to be unmistakable, while remaining versatile for classic and contemporary settings alike. An excellent polish ensures that each facet responds to light with a calm, mirror like glow rather than dazzling flash, a quality often associated with the most enduring pieces of jewelry. The sapphire has been heat treated, a time honored enhancement that stabilizes and refines color, a common practice that respects the integrity of the stone while elevating its aesthetic.

Beyond descriptions of cut and clarity, the 1.06 carat weight of this sapphire speaks directly to its value and versatility. At just over one carat, this stone embodies premium quality in a size that is practical for daily wear and dignified for ceremonial use. Stones in this carat range are rare enough to be noteworthy, and when paired with Madagascar origin and a refined step cut, the market esteem grows. The proportions of 8.26 by 6.16 by 3.48 mm allow the gem to sit gracefully in a variety of settings, from a solitary bezel that highlights the stone like a miniature architectural treasure, to a three stone composition that uses the sapphire as a timeless centerpiece. For clients who seek an investment in beauty and legacy, the tactile reassurance of 1.06 carat is important, providing presence on the finger while remaining comfortably wearable, and lending itself well to bands, pendants, and bespoke pieces that will be worn across decades.

When you choose this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company you are selecting more than a gem, you are embracing a lineage. Our house has long connected collectors and romantics with stones that honor the past and enliven modern life. This bluish green sapphire from Madagascar is presented with the caretaking and transparency that define our work, with clear documentation of its heat treatment and careful assessment of its clarity and polish. Imagine this stone set within a classic mount, its step cut facets echoing the clean lines of heritage design, or framed by warm yellow metal to enhance its green leaning hue, or by white metal to highlight its cool clarity. In every scenario the 1.06 carat weight reinforces premium quality, making the piece suitable for gifting at milestone moments, or for commissioning as the foundation of a family jewel. We invite you to experience this gem in person or through our curated imagery, and to consult with our specialists about settings that will honor its history and secure its legacy for generations to come.